Jackson Pollock was an American painter known for his abstract style of ‘Drip Painting’. His brother, the legendary painter Charles Pollock, is believed to have ignited his passion for art which eventually grew and he abandoned school to pursue his passion. He moved to New York where he started learning from the great painter, Thomas Hart Benton. He further got a job under a government employment scheme and was soon busy working out on a large number of paintings with his contemporaries. During this time he also cultivated the bad habit of drinking and had to go through a psychiatric treatment who is believed to have directed him towards the Native American Art. He further attended Picasso’s art show and was inspired to develop his style of art. Thereafter, his works became more fascinating and he landed up a contract by a renowned art studio 'Guggenheim’. This encouraged him to further develop his drip art which resulted into the most notable time of his career usually known as the ‘Drip Period’. During this period he gained immense fame and his paintings attracted a large number of buyers. His show at the Betty Parson’s Gallery was sold-out and made him the highest paid avant-garde artist. His dependence on alcohol caused his downfall and he lost his life at an early age of 46. We bring to you a collection of thoughts and quotations that the great artist expressed through his work and paintings. Take a look at the quotes and sayings by Jackson Pollock whose paintings speak louder than words.
